HIV-1 DNA, Qualitative, PCR (HIV1DN)

Test Code

LAB8193

Quest Code

8401

CPT Codes
87535<br><strong>This test is not available for New York patient testing.</strong>

Preferred Specimen

1 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Transport Container

EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 21 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Hemolysis • Received frozen • Heparinized whole blood

Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

FDA Status
This test is not available for New York patient testing.

Setup Schedule

Tuesday and thursday

Reference Range

Not detected

Clinical Significance

HIV-1 DNA PCR is a sensitive method for detection of pro-viral DNA. It has been used in the management of perinatal HIV infection. HIV-1 RNA has recently been confirmed equally as sensitive and specific for this purpose.

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-Chantilly VA

14225 Newbrook Drive

Chantilly, VA 20151-2228

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.